The generation effect: a meta-analytic review.

The generation effect refers to the finding that subjects who generate information (e.g., produce synonyms) remember the information better than they do material that they simply read.

Binge drinking in later life: comparing young-old and old-old social drinkers.

Although widespread binge drinking has been documented in younger groups, few studies have examined this behavior among older individuals. We assessed differences in bingeing between young-old (n = 189) and old-old (n = 137) social drinkers. Of those who reported drinking, no significant age o rgender differences were uncovered in alcohol consumption (M = 6.

Possible consequences of social drinking in the early stages of Alzheimer disease.

Although research supports the idea that alcohol is not a risk factor for developing Alzheimer disease (AD), surprisingly little attention has been given to the role of social drinking in the early stages of the disorder. The current review highlights potential alcohol- and disease-related interactions on neurologic, cognitive, and behavioral functioning in individuals experiencing the early stages of AD. Understanding how alcohol interacts with AD can benefit both treatment providers (eg, interpreting clinical tests) and caregivers (eg, managing disruptive behaviors) by providing important clues to potentially reversible impairments that may negatively affect the everyday functioning of individuals with the disorder.

Sharing of culture: adult grandchildren's perceptions of intergenerational relations.

The current study addressed the sharing of traditions, beliefs, and customs (i.e., culture) between grandparents and grandchildren.